Jhandher
Jhandher is a village located in Khadur Sahib tehsil of Tarn Taran district in Punjab, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Khadur Sahib (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Tarn Taran. As per 2009 stats, Jhander Maha Purkha is the gram panchayat of Jhandher village.
Here you can discover what makes Jhandher unique in its vibrant Khadur Sahib-Tarn Taran region. You’ll see Jhandher’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Jhandher
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jhandher is 038271. The village spans a total geographical area of 286 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143409. Patti is nearest town to Jhandher village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Jhandher
Population of Jhandher
According to the 2011 Census, Jhandher has a total population of about 1,188, with approximately 628 males and 560 females. The sex ratio is around 891 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 105 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 78 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.23%, with male literacy at about 67.04% and female literacy near 61.07%. There are around 234 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jhandher's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,188 | 628 | 560 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 65 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 78 | 52 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 763 | 421 | 342 |
| Illiterate Population | 425 | 207 | 218 |
Connectivity of Jhandher
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jhandher. As per the 2011 stats, Jhandher had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Jhandher
Knowing the nearby villages of Jhandher helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jhandher.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jhandher
- Where is Jhandher located?
- Jhandher village is situated in Khadur Sahib Tehsil, within the Tarn Taran district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jhandher?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jhandher is Jhander Maha Purkha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jhandher?
- The pincode of Jhandher is 143409, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jhandher as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhandher is 1,188, with 628 males and 560 females.
- How many households are there in Jhandher as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jhandher village has a total of 234 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jhandher as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhandher is 64.23%. The male literacy rate is 67.04%, while the female literacy rate is 61.07%.